Missouri Education Grants

This grant provides funding for K-12 schools in Missouri and Illinois to implement innovative educational projects that enhance student engagement and prepare them for a technology-driven future.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofits in Illinois and Missouri that are addressing critical community needs through innovative or emergent programs, with a focus on areas such as basic needs, health, and youth success.

Missouri Humanities offers Mini Grants to support humanities based projects that serve audiences within Missouri. The organization promotes public engagement with history, literature, and cultural heritage through grants to eligible nonprofits and civic, educational, or cultural entities operating as nonprofits. Grants may fund honoraria and travel for speakers and scholars, supplies directly needed for funded activities, facility and equipment rental, publicity and communications, exhibit materials and design, acquisition of audiovisual equipment for interpretive exhibits, administrative expenses outside regular staff salaries, accessibility related costs, and printing. Projects must serve Missouri audiences and communities. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations and civic, educational, or cultural organizations operating as nonprofits, including schools and other educational institutions, local governments and agencies, and civic associations. Applicants must have principal offices in Missouri, possess a UEI number, and may apply individually or in partnership; individuals and for profit entities are not eligible. Preference is given to underserved communities and first time or infrequent applicants. Mini Grants fund up to 5,000 dollars. Applications are due May 1, 2024 via the foundation’s process. Additional information is available from Missouri Humanities.

The Devices Grants program, supported by the KC Digital Inclusion Fund (DIF), aims to bridge the digital divide by providing essential devices like computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. This initiative directly aligns with the DIF's broader mission to advance a systemic strategy for digital equity, fill programmatic gaps, attract new funding, and strengthen Kansas City’s competitiveness for state and federal dollars. The program emphasizes supporting user interface devices to overcome technology barriers, rather than focusing on connectivity infrastructure or data plans. The target beneficiaries for this grant are individuals in need within the 9-county Greater Kansas City region, encompassing Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte, and Ray counties in Missouri, and Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami, and Wyandotte counties in Kansas. The program specifically targets populations with limited access to technology and digital resources, aiming to empower them to access the internet and enhance their digital literacy. The impact goals include increasing access to technology for underserved communities, improving digital literacy, and fostering better internet connectivity solutions. The funding priorities for Devices Grants are centered around projects that provide access to technology, offer digital literacy training, and implement internet connectivity solutions. Priority is given to projects that are aligned with a specific program, rather than just an organization or population, and that help outcome-oriented direct-service organizations fulfill their mission by overcoming technology barriers. The core focus area is "Access to Network." Eligible applicants are direct-serving 501(c)(3) public charities, educational or governmental entities serving people in need within the specified 9-county region. While the grant size ranges from $10,000 to $100,000, the available funding is up to $75,000 with an award range of $1,000 to $20,000. The grant period is up to 6 months, with all projects expected to be completed by March 31, 2025. Grantees are notified of award status via email around August 26, 2024. The expected outcomes are that recipient organizations will be better equipped to serve their communities by providing necessary devices, ultimately leading to increased digital inclusion and improved access to digital resources for vulnerable populations.

This grant provides funding to local nonprofits, government entities, schools, and churches to address community needs and improve the quality of life in the Mountain Grove area.

The John W. Speas & Effie E. Speas Memorial Trust is dedicated to supporting and promoting high-quality programming in education, culture, human services, and healthcare. This grant program aligns with the foundation's mission to address critical community needs within the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area. By funding organizations focused on these key areas, the Trust aims to foster a stronger, more vibrant, and healthier community. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are residents of the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area. The Trust seeks to impact these individuals through improved access to educational resources, enriched cultural experiences, enhanced human services, and better healthcare programming. The ultimate goal is to create a positive and lasting change in the lives of those served by the funded organizations. The Trust prioritizes organizations that demonstrate a commitment to various program types, including Arts, Culture, & Humanities; Community Improvement & Capacity Building; Education; Health; and Human Services. These focus areas reflect the foundation's strategic priorities to support a holistic approach to community well-being. The selection criteria emphasize serving the residents of the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area, ensuring that funding directly benefits the local community. While specific expected outcomes and measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the Trust's focus on "quality educational, cultural, human services and health care programming" implies a desire for demonstrable improvements in these sectors. Successful applicants would likely be expected to articulate clear objectives, such as increased participation in educational programs, improved health outcomes, or enhanced access to vital human services. The foundation's theory of change appears to be rooted in the belief that by investing in established and impactful community organizations, significant progress can be made in addressing social challenges and improving the overall quality of life for residents. For further information regarding the application process, specific outcome expectations, or the foundation's strategic priorities, interested parties are encouraged to visit Bank of America, as indicated in the grant details. This external reference suggests that additional resources are available to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the Trust's long-term vision and the specific metrics it uses to evaluate the success of its grant recipients.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local entities in rural Missouri to improve mental health services and programs for youth aged 0-21.

This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.

This grant provides funding for innovative healthcare projects in the greater Lee’s Summit area, prioritizing initiatives that promote community health, education, and sustainability.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and churches in the Greater Carthage area and Jasper and Newton counties in Missouri to support projects in charitable work, education, arts, and more.

This funding opportunity supports community-focused projects in the Greater Kansas City area that promote racial equity, improve quality of life, and demonstrate sustainable program design and measurable impact.

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofit organizations in Kansas City that are focused on education, entrepreneurship, and workforce development, helping them strengthen their operations and increase their community impact.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods for improving local football fields, ensuring safe and accessible play spaces for community youth.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government entities, schools, and churches that are working to enhance the quality of life for residents in the Republic, Missouri area.

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and public entities to support projects that conserve the natural and cultural resources in the Missouri Ozarks.

This program provides funding for graduate students in the North Central Region to conduct research that promotes sustainable agriculture practices.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government units, school districts, and churches that deliver impactful services to residents in Bolivar and Polk County.

This grant provides funding for educational and artistic projects that promote understanding of the Holocaust and combat hatred, specifically benefiting communities in Missouri and the Midwest.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities that implement projects aimed at improving the quality of life for residents in Dade County.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, school districts, and churches that enhance the quality of life for residents in the Truman Lake region.